The Past (Part 1)
As the competitors made their way to the vans that would take them to the hotel, the journalists were waiting like vultures at the exit and although event security tried to contain their efforts, they approached in a frenzy of camera flashes and outstretched microphones.
"Lara Cavalcanti, how does it feel to have won first place? Was it a surprise?"
"Emma Nielsen, you demonstrated a number of incredible skills in the competition. How did you manage to keep your nerves under control and perform so well?"
"Lara, everyone is talking about your extremely effective shooting technique. Can you tell us a bit more about how you developed it?"
The questions came from all directions, like a shower of eager curiosity. The first competitors exchanged brief glances with each other, understanding that this was just another part of the responsibility of having this sudden and fleeting fame.